Weekend Laboratory Technician
| Posting date: | 29 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 28 August 2025 |
| Location: | Linlithgow, West Lothian |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Eurofins Scientific |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
The purpose of this role is to carry out basic microbiological practices which contribute to the production of reliable and accurate test results. To provide support over a wide area of tasks and requirements to microbiologists and lead microbiologists.
Please note this is a part time WEEKEND role working 16 hours per week - Saturday and Sunday 08:30-17:00.
To prepare samples for incubation as per your trained areas.
To assist log in by scanning incoming barcoded client samples.
Ensure accurate record keeping both written and electronic.
To assist in the preparation of microbiological culture media and record the necessary Quality Control and Performance checks.
To work to Eurofins: Linlithgow’s Quality System showing due care and diligence in all activities.
To provide general assistance to Laboratory Staff at all levels.
To carry out housekeeping duties in line with Cleaning Schedules and other documents as required (including cleaning of equipment, floors, bins and benches when required).
To carry out all washroom duties as required being mindful of the glassware requirements.
To dispose of all laboratory waste in accordance with procedures.
To report any unsafe or poor working practices in the laboratory.
These task sheets can never be all encompassing and hence flexibility to task is required.
Qualifications
Ability to work alone and as part of a team.
Knowledge of the routine workings of a Laboratory Environment and the importance of a clean laboratory.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Computer literate, ability to use Word and Excel to basic level.
The purpose of this role is to carry out basic microbiological practices which contribute to the production of reliable and accurate test results. To provide support over a wide area of tasks and requirements to microbiologists and lead microbiologists.
Please note this is a part time WEEKEND role working 16 hours per week - Saturday and Sunday 08:30-17:00.
To prepare samples for incubation as per your trained areas.
To assist log in by scanning incoming barcoded client samples.
Ensure accurate record keeping both written and electronic.
To assist in the preparation of microbiological culture media and record the necessary Quality Control and Performance checks.
To work to Eurofins: Linlithgow’s Quality System showing due care and diligence in all activities.
To provide general assistance to Laboratory Staff at all levels.
To carry out housekeeping duties in line with Cleaning Schedules and other documents as required (including cleaning of equipment, floors, bins and benches when required).
To carry out all washroom duties as required being mindful of the glassware requirements.
To dispose of all laboratory waste in accordance with procedures.
To report any unsafe or poor working practices in the laboratory.
These task sheets can never be all encompassing and hence flexibility to task is required.
Qualifications
Ability to work alone and as part of a team.
Knowledge of the routine workings of a Laboratory Environment and the importance of a clean laboratory.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Computer literate, ability to use Word and Excel to basic level.